After a protracted fight, the Russian military claims to have taken control of the Ukrainian salt-mine town of Soledar, describing it as a "significant" milestone in its offensive.

War in Ukraine: Russia launches fresh attack on Ukrainian cities, claims victory in Soledar

China will not be able to win a war against Taiwan, or so claims an American think tank that has conducted 24 war game simulations of a possible conflict. Priyanka Sharma brings you the details.

Gravitas: What happens when China invades Taiwan? Here are the results of war game simulations

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg on Tuesday (January 10) said Russia was mobilizing more troops for the war in Ukraine and should not be underestimated.

NATO Chief: 'We shouldn't underestimate Russia'

A Russian warship armed with hypersonic cruise weapons has held exercises in the Norwegian Sea, Russia's defence ministry said on Tuesday (January 10).

Russian warship armed with Zircon hypersonic missiles holds drills in Norwegian Sea

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Village in east Ukraine near Bakhmut captured by Russia, claim separatists

Russia’s defence ministry blamed the illegal use of mobile phones by its soldiers for the deadly New Year’s attack in Makiivka. The death toll of Russia’s servicemen has risen to 89.

Russia blames mobile phones for missile strike in Makiivka that killed 89

China has been accused of snooping on its neighbour Taiwan. Taiwan has detained 4 military officers for spying. Why are officers within the Taiwanese military turning against their own? Priyanka Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: China's spying ring busted in Taiwan?

Ukrainians are wary while the unease over the two-day ceasefire continues. Life goes on at its own pace in the war-torn country. The local residents can be seen going about daily life despite hearing the explosions.

War in Ukraine: Residents remain doubtful of Russia's 36-hour truce plan

As the first of the two-day ceasefire wraps up, very different emotions pouring in from Russia and Ukraine are going to prove how uneasy the truce is.

War in Ukraine: Signs of fighting after Russia announces ceasefire

Depression hits you when you least expect it. We have seen it most common in people who you’d think are living their best lives. We are talking about Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan who is easily one of the most good looking men in the Hindi film industry and who enjoys a large fan base.

Hrithik Roshan was on the "verge of depression" while filming 'War'

Better late than never. Governments around the world are taking steps to tackle the risks of allowing the development and spread of killer robots, technically known as Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (LAWS).

Killer robots and the future of war

Moscow previously said 63 Russian soldiers died in the weekend Ukrainian strike. It has now raised the reported death toll significantly to 89. Watch this video to find out what led to the death of 89 Russian servicemen.

Did illegal use of cellphones by Russian soldiers led to Ukrainian missile strike?

Russia said on Monday (January 2) that 63 Russian soldiers had been killed in a Ukrainian New Year's Eve attack on their quarters, triggering furious criticism of the military leadership from lawmakers and Kremlin-loyal conflict bloggers.

Watch: Aftermath of shelling in Makiivka in which dozens of Russian recruits killed

As the Christmas festivities come to an end, Russia is all set to mark a new Calendar year. However, people in Moscow have confessed to not feeling upbeat despite the bustling streets and ice statues at Gorky Park.

Russians to celebrate sombre New Year amid Ukraine crisis

Close to half of Kyiv's population was left without power after a new wave of Russian strikes targeted the Ukrainian capital and other cities, Kyiv's mayor said Thursday.

Rescuers clear up debris after Russian missiles target Kyiv

Zelensky urged the world leaders to support his Global Peace Summit idea. Russia rejected Zelensky's peace proposal this month. Moscow reiterated on Tuesday that it would not give up any territory it has taken by force. Watch this video to know all about Zelensky's 10-point peace plan.

What is Ukraine President Zelensky's 10-point peace plan?

Seventy-one Chinese air force aircraft including fighter jets and drones entered Taiwan's air defence identification zone in the past 24 hours. This is the largest reported incursion to date. Watch further to know more.

China claims Taiwan as its own territory

Vincent Chao, Political Analyst speaks up on China's claim of acquiring Taiwan as it's territory

In a statement released on Thursday, Russia said that the supply of US Patriot missile systems to Ukraine, which had been announced during Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's trip to Washington, would neither contribute to a settlement of the crisis nor hinder Russia's objectives.

Putin claims Russia will find an ‘antidote’ to US Patriot missiles given to Ukraine for air defence

The Kremlin warned that the rise in the supply of weapons to Kyiv from the United States government may end up “aggravating” the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. During an official press briefing, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said that the continued US involvement “does not bode well” for Ukraine.

Weapons supply to Ukraine from the US will aggravate war, Kremlin warns

At some of the most significant multilateral and bilateral talks, world leaders have urged Russia and Ukraine to engage in diplomatic talks to end the war. Russia Day and Ukraine Independence Day have passed, but the war that began in late February is still going on.

Russia: From Ice soldiers to Z symbol, a different kind of Christmas in Siberia's Chita, IN PICS

Kyiv's Independence Square, which formerly housed some of the most spectacular decorations, is now down to just one piece. A beautiful Christmas tree. The main square in Kyiv, Maidan Nezalezhnosti, is commonly referred to as Independence Square.

At the heart of Ukraine, a Christmas tree in a hideout

In the wake of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to Belarus, Ukraine has tightened up its defences in the border near the European country fearing that Russia may launch a fresh attack from there.

As Putin makes rare visit to Belarus, Ukraine bolsters border defence

With the Mercury dropping, problems for the citizens of Ukraine are only increasing as they are struggling to restore power following Russia's latest wave of attacks on the energy grids.

War in Ukraine: Ukrainian President acknowledges power outages across nation

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